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J-Law: The Original Queen of the "Naked" Dress
Everyone’s jaws hit the floor at the 2026 Golden Globes when Jennifer Lawrence rocked up in a seriously sheer outfit. It felt like a bit of a curveball, especially since she’s been all about that posh "quiet luxury" look lately.
But if you think this was a one-off, think again. J-Law was actually a total pioneer of the trend, pulling off daring looks a decade before they became every celebrity's go-to. If you look back at the 2016 Oscars, she didn’t just wear one "risqué" number—she wore two.
That See-Through Dior Gown
Ten years ago, a 25-year-old Jennifer was already an Oscars pro. She’d bagged several nominations and a win for Silver Linings Playbook, and she was back again for her lead role in Joy. She definitely dressed the part of a Hollywood heavyweight.
She hit the red carpet in a sleeveless Dior Haute Couture gown that featured a nude-coloured bodysuit with a plunging V-neck, topped with layers of sheer black lace. With its ruffled, see-through skirt, it was "Goth Glam" years before it was actually cool.
To keep the focus on the dress, she kept her sparkle relatively simple:
* A chunky diamond ring.
* Classic diamond studs.
* A delicate, three-layer tennis necklace.
* Edgy black nail polish to match the lace.
The Look: Bleached Bob & Smoky Eyes
Jennifer leaned into the moody aesthetic by pairing her platinum blonde bob with some heavy smoky eye makeup, while keeping the rest of her face fresh and natural.
Round Two: The After-Party Outfit
She might have lost the Best Actress trophy to Brie Larson that night, but she didn’t let it ruin her evening. For the Vanity Fair after-party, she swapped the gown for something even more daring: a tiny bandeau bra top and a matching high-waisted skirt with a massive slit.
She may have gone home empty-handed, but she was easily the best-dressed person in the room.